It started with tightness in my chest. Sharp, but not unbearable. A little breathless, and just enough to make me consider grabbing my car keys and heading to urgent care. But then, like clockwork, it faded the moment I stepped outside and distracted myself with a walk. That’s when it hit me—this wasn’t the flu…
Some of us don’t even realize how deep anxiety runs until we’ve spent a few minutes alone with our thoughts—and then wish we hadn’t. As an introvert myself, I can say it’s not always easy to explain the difference between just needing space and feeling like you’re drowning in it. But here’s the big question…
Last week, I stood in a grocery aisle frozen. Not from fear, but from something much sneakier — indecision. Do I get the brand I always buy, or the new one that’s on sale? It sounds trivial, right? But when you’re living with anxiety, even the smallest decisions feel like you’re defusing a bomb. If…
Deadlines and I have never really gotten along. It’s not just the ticking clock — it’s the gnawing sense of pressure, the overthinking, and that sudden urge to reorganize my desk when a task is due. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Anxiety before deadlines is one of those things we all feel but rarely talk…
Anxiety triggers. We all have them, and if you’re anything like I used to be, you might have perfected the art of dodging them. But here’s the thing—avoiding anxiety triggers feels good in the moment, yet it slowly steals your ability to handle life. I learned this the hard way when even small things, like…
There’s something about exams that flips a switch in your brain, right? Even if you’ve studied like a champ, the minute you sit down and see that first question, boom—your heart starts racing, your palms get sweaty, and suddenly, everything you’ve memorized feels like it’s vanished into thin air. I’ve been there too, many times….
Ever felt like you’re floating outside your own life, watching the world pass by while you stand still? That’s exactly how anxiety makes you feel disconnected. It’s not just in your head — I’ve been there too, and trust me, it’s more common than you think. The worst part? You might not even realize anxiety…
Performance anxiety isn’t just something that happens to actors or musicians on stage. It sneaks up on people in meetings, during presentations, even when you’re just speaking up in a group discussion. I’ve personally felt that intense, heart-racing panic right before presenting to my own team—people I talk to daily! It’s frustrating when your mind…
Ever noticed how a messy room can instantly make you feel overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I used to brush off clutter as just an eyesore, but it wasn’t until I found myself avoiding certain rooms in my house that I realized the silent mental toll it was taking. Clutter doesn’t just crowd your space; it…